TubesT: How to Modify Toolpaths for Incomplete Channel Section Cut
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TubesT: How to Modify Toolpaths for Incomplete Channel Section Cut

I. Introduction

When joining Channel Sections, if the toolpaths are not properly processed, the two legs may not be cut through, or the desired shape may not be achieved. To ensure normal cutting, please refer to the methods in this guide.

 

 

II. Solutions

Different methods are available for different scenarios.

*You can locate the required tutorial based on features or click the corresponding link to jump to the specific section.

Version Feature & Link
2025V3.9 and above

LC Tailoring

Versions earlier than 2025V3.9

Custom Profile Toolpath (Section Toolpath)

 

 

III. Operation Videos

 

1. LC Tailoring

 

Steps:

① Click Nest. The software performs an LC Tailor Check. A prompt will appear, and an exclamation mark will be displayed on the part (as shown).

 

 

② Click the Curve Tools dropdown, select LC Tailoring, and set the parameters and Apply to range.

 

 

 

③ Done.

 

 

2. Custom Profile Toolpath (Section Toolpath)

 

Video Tutorial:

 

Steps:

① Use Break Curve in Custom Profile Toolpath (Section Toolpath) to adjust the toolpath direction and sequence.

 

 

 

② Set the Gap, then click Only Apply to Current Part.

Note: The gap size should be set according to the wall thickness.

 

 

③ Select the toolpath, click the Profile Toolpath function, and add a Regular Leadout in the Profile Toolpath interface.

Note: Set the lead length based on actual requirements.

 

                 

 

④ Done. The toolpath effect is shown in the image below.

 

 

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I. Introduction

When joining Channel Sections, if the toolpaths are not properly processed, the two legs may not be cut through, or the desired shape may not be achieved. To ensure normal cutting, please refer to the methods in this guide.

 

 

II. Solutions

Different methods are available for different scenarios.

*You can locate the required tutorial based on features or click the corresponding link to jump to the specific section.

Version Feature & Link
2025V3.9 and above

LC Tailoring

Versions earlier than 2025V3.9

Custom Profile Toolpath (Section Toolpath)

 

 

III. Operation Videos

 

1. LC Tailoring

 

Steps:

① Click Nest. The software performs an LC Tailor Check. A prompt will appear, and an exclamation mark will be displayed on the part (as shown).

 

 

② Click the Curve Tools dropdown, select LC Tailoring, and set the parameters and Apply to range.

 

 

 

③ Done.

 

 

2. Custom Profile Toolpath (Section Toolpath)

 

Video Tutorial:

 

Steps:

① Use Break Curve in Custom Profile Toolpath (Section Toolpath) to adjust the toolpath direction and sequence.

 

 

 

② Set the Gap, then click Only Apply to Current Part.

Note: The gap size should be set according to the wall thickness.

 

 

③ Select the toolpath, click the Profile Toolpath function, and add a Regular Leadout in the Profile Toolpath interface.

Note: Set the lead length based on actual requirements.

 

                 

 

④ Done. The toolpath effect is shown in the image below.